Maintenance Manager

ViziRecruiter,LLC.; Kitchener; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Wonderbrands is seeking a Maintenance Manager to lead the maintenance team, guide third-party contractors, and ensure safe, efficient operation of bakery equipment. You will drive preventative maintenance programs and continuous improvement initiatives while maintaining high food-safety standards.

The role requires a technical background, strong leadership, and the ability to collaborate across engineering and production teams to minimize downtime and improve reliability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Engineering or College Diploma in a technical field.
• 3–5 years of experience managing and supervising maintenance in a production facility (food preferred).
• Demonstrates integrity and strong values; adheres to Code of Conduct.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coach maintenance team and contractors.
• Oversee maintenance planning, installation and testing of new equipment.
• Drive line efficiency by reducing downtime and optimizing PM programs.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Electrical & mechanical

ERP/BPCS

Excel/Outlook/Word

Decision making

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor of Engineering

College Diploma (DEC) in a technical field

Tools

ERP/BPCS

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

Introduction

Working at Wonderbrands, there is never a dull moment! As a successful company that is continually growing there is always challenging yet rewarding work to be a part of.We have an “entrepreneurial” mindset which encourages all our team members to use their own “creativity” and “out of the box” thinking to come up with solutions and new ideas.

Overview

The Maintenance Manager assumes the role of a technical leader and has overall responsibility of the maintenance team for ensuring timely and quality repair of equipment, execution of preventative maintenance and plant machinery to minimize downtime for safe and efficient operation. The incumbent of this position will also provide direction to third party contractors and work with the company's maintenance team to ensure necessary support for the bakery. The role takes initiatives to ensure operations are in compliance with safety standards and environmental practices.

Responsibilities

• Manage, coach, and train new team members and empower the maintenance team. Assess contractor skill requirements and liaise with contractors to provide assistance needed.
• Own maintenance deliverables as assigned within the planning, assessment, installation and testing of new equipment, methods and/or products.
• Use information tools to look for opportunities to improve line efficiency, trends, and drive bakery priorities. Track and eliminate causes of downtime. Lead smaller scope process improvements to achieve specific measurable goals.
• Diagnose, troubleshoot and repair equipment failures.
• Direct and lead maintenance staff in everyday scheduling, preventative maintenance, repair of all production equipment and resolve equipment related issues.
• Maintain equipment and parts inventory using available resources to continuously minimize downtime and organize Maintenance Workshop.
• Provide technical leadership necessary to ensure the service and installation meet or exceed objectives.
• Ensure PM program is robust and is updated regularly with changing equipment and company standards.
• Comply with our Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) plan and SQF Level 2 certification requirements.
• Establish and maintain a positive and cooperative environment for employees through effective communications between work teams, shifts and other functional areas.
• Support Bakery Team Leader in submitting Capitol Requests and work with Engineering to ensure proper pricing and scope of work is correct on submissions.
• Ensure all aspects of equipment maintenance meet food safety standards.
• Schedule and supervise major equipment repairs, overhauls, and rebuilding to ensure that it is fully operational and safe to operate and within schedule requirements.
• Monitors and reports on the site’s environmental conditions and practices and recommends actions for improvements and conformity.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Engineering or College Diploma (DEC) in a technical field.
• At least 3-5 years of experience managing and supervising maintenance in a production facility (food preferred).
• Conduct work with integrity, abiding and upholding the Code of Conduct and Company Core Values (Integrity, Commitment, Courage and Growth).
• Solid skills in mechanics and electrics.
• Familiarity with automated process/packaging technology is an asset.
• Experience working in a computerized preventative maintenance program, an asset.
• Computer proficiency (Excel, Word, Outlook and experience with ERP/BPCS systems).
• A decision maker with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• A leader with excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication skills who interacts easily with others and is adept at leading and motivating a team.

FGF Group Competencies

Adaptive Intelligence -Team Members respond effectively to challenges by evolving their skills, mindset, and approach.

• Flexibility, Agility, Adaptability: Thrives in dynamic environments by embracing continuous change. Quickly adjusts to new priorities and actively seeks innovative solutions. Uses setbacks as opportunities for growth and applies a relentless focus on improving outcomes. Approaches challenges with a proactive, solutions-driven mindset and openness to feedback.
• Calculated Risk-Taking: Makes strategic decisions by evaluating options and creating contingency plans.

Collaborative Intelligence

Collaborative intelligence empowers teams to unlock collective strengths and achieve results through synergy and mutual trust.

• Team First and Collaboration: Engages with Team Members and colleagues, builds relationships, and fosters an inclusive, innovative environment.

Entrepreneurial Intelligence

Equips Team Members to identify opportunities, overcome setbacks, and move ideas to execution effectively.

• Continuous Improvement: Drives innovation and optimizes processes to enhance quality and productivity.
• Customer and Product Focus: Addresses need proactively with accountability and a solution-oriented mindset.
• Fierce Execution: Achieves results with a strategic and hands-on approach, learning from mistakes and building trust.

Leadership Competencies

Inspire & Energize Team Members

• Continually inspires and develops Team Members and promote cross-functional collaboration.
• Supports shared knowledge and experience with your Team through authentic conversations and development planning.
• Communicates clear expectations.
• Uses insight and knowledge to influence others.

Create Winning Relationships

• Inspire enthusiasm & commitment by communicating a clear path to success.
• Empowers others by delegating and providing support and opportunities for growth.
• Identifies, raises and resolves conflict.
• Builds trust and models the “Coach Approach.”

Entrepreneurial Leadership

• Encourages informed risk-taking and supports learning from outcomes.
• Creates an environment where your team enjoys working hard while having fun.
• Provides feedback to reinforce results.

Disclaimer: The above describes the general responsibilities, required knowledge and skills. Please keep in mind that other duties may be added, or this description may be amended at any time.

In compliance with Ontario’s Bill 190, we confirm that this posting represents a current existing vacancy within our organization.

We affirm that our hiring process, including candidate screening, evaluation, and selection, does not involve the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) or automated decision-making tools. All assessments and decisions are conducted by qualified human professionals to ensure fairness, transparency, and compliance with Bill 149.